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King of the Painters Inc
4.7(
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We contracted King of the Painters to paint the exterior of our home in Clairemont after reading customer reviews about their services. We met with the companies owners who were very helpful in helping us select a new house paint color scheme. The workers were on time and cleaned up the work site each afternoon. We had a few issues with the job and called them to report the issues and they were very quick to come out to correct the discrepancies. We would recommend using them to anyone."
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+12

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Lions Painting Inc
5.0(
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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Warranties offered

"Alex and the painting Crew from Lions Painting did an excellent job on my home! The whole process demonstrated a very professional approach to prepping the property using a phased system of ensuring the work was clean and thorough. I was amazed with the overall quality and finished project. I would definitely recommend this company for your painting needs."
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+41

Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Golden State Paint Service
5.0(
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Warranties offered

"Family owned/operated painting service. Laura and Brandon are THE PAINTING PROFESSIONALS. Outstanding knowledge of different paints and proper applications. Super fair pricing and completed the job on time. I will use Golden State Paint Service again weather it be interior/exterior/staining or any painting needs. Many thanks to Laura and Brandon. Simply, job well done !"
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+27

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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California Coatings Painting Company, Inc.
4.9(
39
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Eric painted the interior of our home. He charged a fair price for the job, arrived on time, is knowledgeable about the different types of paint, is pleasant to work with and did the job in a resonable time frame."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
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Ortiz Quality Painting Services
4.8(
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Saul did a great job at a fair price. Job took longer than he originally estimated, but we had beige and browns for wall colors the job required 3 coats of paint vs. the two he anticipated at the onset of the job. Additionally, we have a great room with 32’ ceiling which took over a week alone to paint. Total job was apps. 3,700-3,800 sq ft. Saul and his helper we’re very courteous and worked diligently."
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+43

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CG Pro Painting
5.0(
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were on a tight timeline to prepare a condo apartment for listing for sale. Painters from CG Pro Painting managed to work around the tight timeline and did fantastic work, including crack repairs and fixing ceiling stains due to recent flood. We believe their exceptional work and quality really helped with the sale. Would definitely recommend them to others!"
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+138

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Straitline Painting, Inc.
4.9(
61
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Serving Pacific Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Cody Blades of Straightline Painting to paint exterior of my home. They did a fabulous job. I just love looking at my newly painted home as I pull into the driveway. Cody was a pleasure to work with. His crew was respectful of my property, always courteous. Real professionals. I was so impressed with the Painter Steven work. He is such a hard worker and focused on detail. I highly recommend Straightline Painting. I am glad I used Angies List to help me locate this qualified painting company."
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Response time1 day
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FAQs for painting projects in Pacific Beach, CA

Most homeowners opt for semi-gloss or high-gloss paint to make the baseboards stand out against the walls. If you’d rather keep things subtle, matching the wall sheen with eggshell or satin also works well. When your trim has nicks or dents, reach for a flatter, matte finish—it hides minor imperfections better than a shiny coat.

Stripping old paint from trim costs $1 to $3 per linear foot. Pros use specialized tools and techniques to lift away existing layers without gouging the wood, then prep the surface for a fresh finish. While it adds to your budget, proper removal protects the molding and sets the stage for a smoother, longer-lasting paint job.

Tackling the baseboards first often leads to crisper lines. Painting trim first lets you tape off the boards instead of the walls, so you’re less likely to splatter color where you don’t want it. Any stray marks on the wall get covered when you roll on the final coat, making the whole process faster and tidier.

You can absolutely paint baseboards in place. Leaving them installed avoids the risk of cracking or misaligning the boards when they’re reattached. With thorough cleaning, light sanding, and careful taping, a pro—or an experienced DIYer—can achieve a sharp, factory-smooth finish while saving you the hassle of prying off and reinstalling trim.

Painting almost always beats replacement in cost. Swapping out baseboards runs about $150 in DIY materials or roughly $1,100 with a pro, while repainting costs about $50 in supplies and $1 to $5 per square foot for labor. Unless the boards are warped or severely damaged, a fresh coat delivers the same visual upgrade for a fraction of the price.

Paintable caulk and wood filler are the go-to fixes for nail holes in baseboards. Wood filler sands flush for a glass-smooth surface, while caulk provides a flexible seal that won’t crack as the house settles. Either way, patching those tiny divots before you prime ensures your finished baseboards look seamless.

The Pacific Beach, CA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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